Company Vision
NowPurchase is transforming the $140B Metal Manufacturing industry. The metal industry forms the backbone of the economy and the fundamental block of the physical world - be it transportation, construction, and every machinery. NowPurchase is a rich, digital marketplace where metal manufacturers (foundries + steel plants) can procure high-quality raw materials (scrap, pig iron, ferroalloys, additives, nodularisers) in a trusted manner. Our technology allows them to optimize their manufacturing process to ensure high productivity and resilience to failure. We currently serve over 250 factories nationwide and are looking to aggressively expand our footprint across India. You can learn more on www.nowpurchase.com.
Description
Role Description:
We are looking for someone who is well-versed with foundry processes: You should have a grip of the foundry processes especially melting.You should have previous experience in conducting trials at foundries and be well-versed with process control.
Our current clients & warehouse in Maharashtra are in Kolhapur belt and the Technical Solution Specalist will be needed to spend 3-4 days a week there. NowPurchase shall take care of stay & travel.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct 20+ trials every month for value-added products including our own private label range of CarbonMax, MagMax, GraphiMax.
- Plan, coordinate, and execute trials of raw materials in the foundry to reduce the cost of production and/or increase benefits.
- Communicate effectively with the foundries to gather input, share findings, and align on how they can improve their raw material consumption and optimize their cost.
- Work closely with the R&D team to transfer successful trials into scalable and sustainable production processes and offer them the raw materials from NowPurchase.
- Document and analyze trial results, providing comprehensive reports and recommendations.
- Create cost-benefit analysis for the product and collaborate closely to demonstrate savings via our MetalCloud software.
- Work with Sales & BD resources to help determine the best pricing strategies.
- Address and resolve any quality complaints.
What would your day job involve
- Trial Execution and Analysis:Conduct and analyze over 20 trials monthly for value-added products, collaborating with foundries to optimize raw material consumption and production costs.
- Process Optimization:Plan and execute trials to enhance foundry processes, aiming to reduce production costs and maximize benefits while ensuring effective communication with stakeholders.
- R&D Collaboration:Work closely with the R&D team to translate successful trials into scalable production processes, facilitating the integration of NowPurchase raw materials and offering comprehensive documentation and analysis.
- Customer Engagement and Support:Address quality complaints, collaborate with Sales and Business Development teams on pricing strategies, and provide technical support to customers, demonstrating cost savings via MetalCloud software.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical/metallurgical engineering. A master's degree will be an added advantage.
- Experience of at least 1 year in a similar role at other foundry chemical & alloy companies.
Compensation & Benefits
- Compensation: Won't be a blocker for the right candidate.
- Medical Insurance: Benefits of group insurance for family including parents, spouse, and children.
- Generous leave structure including Maternity & paternity leaves.
- Snacks on the house.
Possible Growth path
- Executive /Senior Executive-Technical Solutions > Assistant Manager/Deputy Manager-Technical Solutions > Manager-Technical Solutions.
Hiring Process
- Screening of applicants & telephonic discussion with HR.
- 2 F2F/Video discussion with Hiring Managers
- Final round interview with Directors.
- Email communication on final feedback.
The end-to-end process shall take less than 15 days. We pride ourselves on being transparent & moving fast.
Candidates who accept an offer may join within 1 hour, 1 week or up to 45 days of signing - though, we have a preference for as short a gap period between signing and joining since we're at the most exciting part of our journey - laying the foundation for the NowPurchase platform!
Location
- Role ideally would be based out of Kolhapur. Candidates from Pune can also apply.
